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Caught Between ISIS and the Police State

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Today, Cairo's young Islamists believe what ISIS allegedly did in Paris was wrong. Tomorrow, they will be reminded their government considers them to be terrorists, too.

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CAIRO — Alia, 19, walked into the café with her backpack in tow, just returned from midterm exams. In her hand was her smartphone, filled with updates from friends.

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